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Access Coordinator
- North Carolina Central University (Durham, NC)
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Posting Details
Classification Information
Position/Classification Title
**Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies** No
Minimum Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The successful candidate must be able to:
+ Communicate effectively with various populations and University constituents
+ Collaborate with all segments of the University in identifying difficulties and barriers for students with disabilities
+ Provide solutions for problems preventing individual or groups of students with disabilities from achieving their academic potential.
+ He or she must be a strong advocate for students with disabilities, willing and able to represent the student in instances when the traditional processes and strategies have not met with success.
Knowledge of various assistive technologies, budgeting and grant management is a plus.
**Department Hiring Range** $20-25/Hr
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
The Accessibility Coordinator manages academic accommodations & assists with assistive technology service operations for the Office of Student Accessibility Services (SAS). This position serves as a key administrator in ensuring all SAS Scholars have the necessary accommodations and tools to ensure their academic success. The Accessibility Coordinator also works in collaboration with SAS Administrative staff to accomplish units goals and objectives. The Accessibility Coordinator will also work alongside the SAS Director and SAS Team as a consultant, serving University Faculty and Staff to ensure compliance with federal mandates, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Provide professional level support and services to students with disabilities in accordance with American with Disabilities Act of 1990 and section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
-Meet with Assigned Caseload of SAS Scholars to ensure their academic, personal, and professional success and keep accurate records of documentation in Eagle Accommodate System.
-Provide referrals to campus and community resources as appropriate.
-Manage processes and procedures for accommodations & assistive technology services.
-Working with SAS Leadership Team to determine necessary accommodations based on disability-related documentation. Consult with health care providers as needed.
-Advise faculty on reasonable accommodations for classroom accessibility
-Maintain student records and confidentiality.
-Develop assessment and evaluation tools to ensure goals and objectives are met for accommodations and assistive technology services.
-Aid coordination of Annual SAS Conference and other SAS events/activities for campus community.
-Aid in hiring, supervising, training, and evaluating of SAS Undergraduate student assistants and volunteers in collaboration with Directors.
-Represent SAS Department on University Committees and Programming Initiatives as needed.
-Attend State & Regional Conferences and Trainings for Accessibility Professionals Evening and weekend hours plus travel trainings and conferences as needed.
Serve as primary point-of-contact for students that are blind or have low-vision.
-Other duties as assigned by the SAS Leadership Team
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
Located within the NCCU Division of Student Affairs, the Office of Student Accessibility Services (SAS) serves students with documented disabilities and medical conditions. Students consult the SAS office to receive support and services regarding access to the academic environment, assistance with access to housing accommodation, accessibility to all campus facilities, campus-sponsored events and programs, and to participate in activities and enrichment services designed to ensure their timely graduation.
**Work Hours** 40 hours/week
Equal Opportunity Employer
North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
**Campus Security Authority Designated Position** Yes
Position Information
**Working Title** Access Coordinator
**Competency Level** Journey
**Position Number** SH4262
Salary Grade Equivalent
**FLSA** Non-Exempt
**Appointment Type** Temporary - Full Time
**FTE** 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
**If time limited, duration date** 06/30/2026
Posting Detail Information
**Posting Number** 03094P
**Open Date** 06/09/2025
**Close Date** 06/15/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume/CV
2. List of References
Optional Documents
1. Cover Letter
2. Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
3. DD-214 (Veterans Only)
4. NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
5. Licenses and/or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
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1801 Fayetteville St.
Durham, NC, 27707
Mainline: 919-530-6100
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